January weather forecast
White Salmon, WA

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The iconic Hood River Bridge over the Columbia River in White Salmon, Washington, with Mt Hood
The iconic Hood River Bridge over the Columbia River in White Salmon, Washington, with Mt Hood's snow peak

Weather in January

January, like December, in White Salmon, Washington, is an icy winter month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

January's onset records an average high-temperature of a still icy 36.7°F (2.6°C), a near match to December's 35.2°F (1.8°C). During the month of January, White Salmon experiences a steady low-temperature average of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in White Salmon is January, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. January is the month with the most snowfall in White Salmon. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of January, in White Salmon, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in White Salmon.

UV index

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during January translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is January?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during January are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively.

What are the most humid months?

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in January?

In January, the average relative humidity is 88%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is January, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in January?

In White Salmon, in January, during 17.1 rainfall days, 4.88" (124mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in White Salmon?

January is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in January?

In White Salmon, in January, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 6.22" (158mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in January?

In January, the average day length is 9h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in January?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does White Salmon have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in White Salmon is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January and February, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in January?

In White Salmon, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
White Salmon, WA

Average temperature in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average high temperature in January: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in January: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (26.1°F).

Average pressure in January
White Salmon, WA

Average pressure in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average pressure in January: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in January
White Salmon, WA

Average wind speed in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average wind speed in January: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8mph).

Average humidity in January
White Salmon, WA

Average humidity in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average humidity in January: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (58%).

Average rainfall in January
White Salmon, WA

Average rainfall in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average rainfall in January: 4.88"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.24").

Average rainfall days in January
White Salmon, WA

Average rainfall days in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average rainfall days in January: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in January
White Salmon, WA

Average snowfall in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average snowfall in January: 6.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in January
White Salmon, WA

Average snowfall days in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average snowfall days in January: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
White Salmon, WA

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
White Salmon, WA

Average sunshine days in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average sunshine days in January: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in January
White Salmon, WA

Average UV index in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average UV index in January: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in January
White Salmon, WA

Average cloud cover in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average cloud cover in January: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in January
White Salmon, WA

Average visibility in January - White Salmon, WA
  • Average visibility in January: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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